“U.S. Dollar Surges on Hot PCE Data: Forex Markets React to Inflation Beat and Fed Outlook”
The U.S. dollar gained strength after the Core PCE Price Index exceeded expectations in April, signaling persistent inflation pressures. This raised bets the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates elevated longer, boosting demand for the greenback. EUR/USD and GBP/USD retreated amid diverging monetary policies, while the Dollar Index rose above 105.00. Traders remain focused on inflation data as a key driver of forex volatility going forward.
